Network Topology Explorations

In a star topology, what happens if the central hub/switch fails?

• Only the computer connected to the hub will fail.

• The entire network will be unaffected.

• Only one section of the network will fail.

• The entire network will fail.

Which of the following is a characteristic of bus topology?

• Uses a central hub

• Every device is connected to a single cable

• Expensive to install

• Highly scalable

In mesh topology, how are the devices connected?

• Devices are connected to a central hub.

• Each device is connected to a single cable.

• Devices are connected to each other in a linear sequence.

• Each device is connected to every other device.

What is the primary advantage of a star topology?

• It is easy to set up.

• It is the most cost-effective solution.

• It has high fault tolerance.

• It uses less cabling than other topologies.

Which topology is known for its simplicity and ease of use for small networks?

• Star topology

• Bus topology

• Mesh topology

• Ring topology

In a full mesh topology, how many connections are needed for five devices?

• 5

• 10

• 25

• 20

Which statement is true about bus topology?

• It requires a lot of cabling.

• It is difficult to troubleshoot.

• It is not affected by high traffic.

• It can be easily extended by joining cable segments.

What is a disadvantage of mesh topology?

• It is easy to install.

• It requires more cabling than other topologies.

• It has low fault tolerance.

• It cannot handle high amounts of traffic.

In star topology, how are the peripheral nodes connected?

• In a ring

• Directly to each other

• Through a central hub or switch

• Along a single backbone cable

What is a common issue in a bus topology when the network gets larger?

• Signal reflection at the terminators

• The central hub becomes a bottleneck.

• The network becomes more secure.

• It becomes easier to manage.